OSHA: Amputation involving Robotic Palletizer / Depalletizer at Del Monte Foods Inc. (PLOVER, WISCONSIN, USA)

[WORKPLACE INJURY]

Sep 6, 2022 · Physical AI Entity · Robotic Palletizer / Depalletizer · PLOVER, WISCONSIN, USA

Failure Mode

WORKPLACE INJURY

Event Date

Sep 6, 2022

Primary Entity

Physical AI Entity

Robotic Platform

Robotic Palletizer / Depalletizer

Jurisdiction / Location

PLOVER, WISCONSIN, USA

Audit Standard

Physical State Verified

Incident Abstract & Audit Findings

An employee was working on a palletizer machine when it jammed. The employee was trying to clear the jam when the machine caught their left middle finger. The fingertip was amputated halfway up the nail.

System & Fleet Architecture

Operating Manufacturer

Physical AI Entity

Hardware Platform

Robotic Palletizer / Depalletizer

Operational Sectors

Physical AI / Robotics

Primary Sources & Evidentiary Filings

  • US OSHA Severe Injury Reports (29 CFR 1904.39)

    https://www.osha.gov/severe-injury-reports

Incident Context & FAQ

What happened in this OSHA incident at Del Monte Foods Inc.?

An employee was working on a palletizer machine when it jammed. The employee was trying to clear the jam when the machine caught their left middle finger. The fingertip was amputated halfway up the nail.

What injuries occurred in this incident at Del Monte Foods Inc.?

The incident resulted in 0 hospitalization(s) and 1 amputation(s). Official determination: Amputation.